Roster: 8 days on / 6 days off FIFO ex. Perth or Local to Hedland
Employment Type: Permanent, full-time. ASAP start.
Duties & responsibilities
Reporting to the Rail General Manager, the Project Lead is responsible for leading project teams and delivering projects across the North-West region. The role requires strong leadership, communication, and project management skills to ensure successful delivery within scope, time, and budget.
Project Planning and Execution
- Lead projects from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to scope, timelines, and budgets.
- Collaborate with the team to define objectives, deliverables, and key milestones.
- Provide leadership and guidance to project teams, fostering a collaborative, results-driven environment.
- Allocate resources effectively and work with HR to ensure the right mix of skills within the team.
- Develop and manage project budgets, monitor expenses, and implement corrective actions as needed.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders, providing updates and addressing concerns.
- Ensure clear and effective communication between project teams, stakeholders, and HR regarding staff enquiries.
Risk Management
- Identify potential project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Develop contingency plans and oversee quality control to meet or exceed standards.
- Implement corrective actions for quality issues and deviations from project specifications.
Other
- Conduct work with integrity, in alignment with Cat5’s values and business objectives.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
- Undertake travel (site, interstate, international), participate in appraisals, and lead safety engagement and reporting.
Skills & experience
- Valid Australian Drivers Licence
- Construction Induction (White or Blue Card)
- Bachelors degree in Project Management, Engineering, or related field
- Proven extensive experience in project management with a track record of successful project delivery (highly desirable)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated comprehensive understanding of project management methodologies and tools
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities
- Interpersonal and problem-solving skills
Benefits
- Highly sought-after 8/6 FIFO roster.
- Competitive remuneration package, aligned with experience, with the advantage of weekly pay.
- Permanent, long-term role within a supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Work in a key role on rail infrastructure projects with a leading mining client, gaining valuable industry exposure.
- Opportunity for growth and career progression.
- Work with a leading mining client on rail infrastructure projects, gaining valuable industry exposure.
- Join a company that values its people and places safety as its highest priority.
- Be part of a great team and business.
About the company
Cat5 Rail is a 100% Australian-owned family business with over 16 years of experience delivering high-quality rail services in the Pilbara region. Our long-standing local presence ensures a deep understanding of the region’s unique requirements and challenges, providing our clients with a reliable and trusted partner.
How to apply
Ready to bring your skills to a supportive team working on an exciting rail infrastructure project, we want to hear from you.
Click ‘APPLY’ now – shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a confidential discussion about this role!
